Lesser Citronella Ant vs Common Lime Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Citronella Ant | Common Lime Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasius claviger | Papilio demoleus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 80-100 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | South Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lesser Citronella Ant
A small yellow subterranean ant closely related to the larger citronella ant. It produces a citrus scent and lives in deep soil nests tending root aphids.
Did You Know?
Citronella ants are obligate herders whose survival depends entirely on their symbiotic relationship with underground aphids.
Common Lime Butterfly
Black swallowtail covered in pale yellow spots and lacking hindwing tails. A major pest of citrus across Asia and recently invaded the Caribbean.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most successful invasive butterflies, having colonized the Caribbean since 2004.